US Army / US Embassies Jamaica Panama 1992 - 1995

Military Liaison to US Embassies in Jamaica and Panama(USSOUTHCOM). Special Projects Officer for hurricane recovery operations following Hurricane Gilbert, US Army Engineer Projects, Army National Guard Engineer Projects and other duties as assigned.

Apple Computer Education Consultant 1987 - 1992

Joined the Apple K12 Education team and quickly became a top sales consultant in Oregon. Helped schools across the Pacific Northwest pioneer using technology in the classrooms and curriculum. Specialized in digital video and digital photography skills, serving as the lead education trainer for Apple Computer for educators.

Education

Defense Institute for Security Assistance Management 2010

Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts, Biology, Excelsior College 2003

University of Arizona, Biology 2003

Advanced Army Engineer Officer Course US Army Engineer School 2003

Northwest Nazarene University, Biology 1985

Skills

26 years of global experience with a majority of service time in international relations and humanitarian projects. Leadership positions at all levels of the Army from platoon to major combatant commands in South America, Asia, Middle East and Europe. 12 years experience as a top Education Technology Sales Consultant serving the K12 education market. A popular and energetic motivational speaker, equally at ease talking to one client or one thousand conference attendees. Able to work as well independently as on a team and serve as an exceptional team leader. Proven ability to prioritize strategies to accomplish the organizational goals. Trained and certified in technical support aspects of information technology, network design, servers and web development.

Associations

Director: LeaderCast Kyiv, Non-profit leadership development training for Ukraine

Director: RecFX Foundation, Serving teens of military deployment families since 2008

Owner: SvenoFun, International Toy Manufacturer

Owner: SvenoPhoto, International award winning photography

Member: Kiev Military Attache Association, for US Embassy attaches

Member: California Army National Guard Officers Association, for National Guard Officers

Member: Foreign Area Officers Association, for international strategic advisors

Member: Society of American Military Engineers, for US Army Engineer Officers

Sven Olson, "Sveno"

5850 Kyiv Pl. Washington DC. 20521

T: +38-050-312-9360 E: olsonse@state.gov

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